"It’s a Blessing": RB Terron Kellman Embraces His New Opportunity at Wyoming

Running back, Terron Kellman. Photo Courtesy of Charlotte Athletics

When Terron Kellman entered the transfer portal last year, he never imagined his football journey would take him from Clinton, Maryland, on the outskirts of Washington, D.C., to high plains of Wyoming. But after a carefully thought-out recruiting process, the former Charlotte 49er running back knew he had found the right fit in Laramie.

Did he ever imagine playing football so far away from home?

"I didn't. It never crossed my mind, but it's an opportunity that I'm grateful for and I'm thankful for," Kellman said. "I really think it's a blessing."

Kellman spent two seasons at Charlotte, appearing in 17 games and rushing for 570 yards on 130 attempts with one touchdown. Before that, he redshirted at Northern Illinois. Kellman was a three-star recruit out of Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, MD.

The 5-foot-8, 210-pound junior is looking forward to his role in Wyoming’s run-heavy offense, which has a tradition of producing a physical "run the damn ball" mentality. Running the ball so much that it grinds down defenses to open up the passing game.

"Whatever Coach Sawvel needs me to do, whatever the team needs me to do, I’m willing to do," Kellman said. "I pride myself on being an all-around back, so whatever they need, I'm ready to do it."

Recruitment and Transition to Wyoming

Kellman said he didn't want to jump into an offer from the transfer portal too quickly. Instead, he really wanted to weigh his options and make the best decision for him. The decision was easy, as Wyoming’s recruitment approach stood out to Kellman the most. The staff at Wyoming showed a true interest in him far beyond the football field.

"They would call me each and every day, and they wouldn't talk about football," he said. "They were asking, ‘How are you doing? How are your grandparents doing? How's life going?’ Little things like that—you can really appreciate because there's so much going on."

That level of care and connection ultimately led him to choose Wyoming. Since arriving in January, he's dedicated himself to the offseason program, adding muscle and refining his skills.

"This is one of the best programs I’ve witnessed, just in terms of how much they invest in you and how much the work translates to the field," Kellman said. "It was a tough eight weeks, but I came in at about 194 (pounds), and now I'm up to 210. That shows the work we put in the weight room and how much we push each other as a team."

Fitting Into the Offense

Wyoming’s identity has long been built on a strong rushing attack, and Kellman is eager to earn his stripes on the field. While he’s still learning the playbook, he’s taken a studious approach to absorbing the system.

"I've just spent extra time studying, writing things down, and doing whatever it takes to really get a grasp of the offense for spring practices."

Goals for the Season

The only goal Kellman has for 2025: Focussing on being the best version of himself for the team.

"I don't want to just say, ‘I want to be a leading rusher’ or ‘I want to be an All-American,’" he explained. "I really just want to be the best me I can be for the team. If I focus on my responsibilities, that means I'm doing my job. I just want to attack each game and focus on what’s in front of me."

Beyond Football

Off the field, Kellman keeps things simple and focused.

"I play video games a lot, but that’s about it," he said with a laugh. "I’ll hop on the phone with my homeboys and cousins. But other than school and football, I don’t really do too much."

Kellman is majoring in communications and feels his major is very versatile for any career he chooses.

"I want to explore every opportunity possible and see what fits me best," he said. "Whether that’s in the speaking world, the business world—wherever I land, I know I can pick things up quickly and make an impact."

A Fierce Competitor

When asked what his spirit animal would be, Kellman’s answer was immediate:

"A lion," he said. "They are competitors. You can tell how ferocious they are by the way they move around in the jungle."

That competitive fire is what Wyoming fans can expect to see when Kellman takes the field this fall, wearing the brown and gold in War Memorial Stadium. While his journey started in Maryland, his future remains on the high plains.